Individual Workshop × Weaknesses: Numerical & Quantitative Analysis

Jobs Utilizing Other Abilities with Less Numerical Work

This collection features jobs that may suit those who prefer to work utilizing language and interpersonal skills rather than working with numbers.

The need for mathematical thinking varies by occupation. Many jobs value other abilities - language skills, interpersonal abilities, sensitivity, creativity - more than numbers and calculations. Additionally, in some fields, qualitative judgment and understanding of human relationships are the most valuable assets.

What matters is finding an environment where you can utilize your strengths. Various abilities beyond numbers also hold important value in society. The jobs introduced here offer possibilities to leverage such diverse strengths.

50 jobs found.

Chinkin Artisan

Traditional craft artisan who engraves patterns on lacquerware surfaces and applies decoration by depositing gold powder or gold leaf.

Ceramic Carver

Ceramic carvers shape clay and then apply decorative or three-dimensional expressions using carving techniques; this is a manufacturing technical occupation.

Sword Scabbard Maker

Traditional craft artisan who handles the design, crafting, and finishing of sword scabbards in an integrated manner. Manages everything from wood selection to lacquering and decoration, protecting the blade and enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

Knit Fabric Repairer

A skilled craft occupation that performs darning, repairs, re-knitting, etc., on knit products to restore damaged knit fabric close to its original state.

Fabric Zori Maker

Fabric zori makers are artisans who produce traditional Japanese sandals known as zori using fabric. They are specialists who manually perform tasks such as cutting fabric, shaping sole materials, attaching thongs, and more.

Hakata Weaver

A profession that manufactures Hakata Ori, a traditional silk fabric from the Hakata region of Fukuoka Prefecture.

Panama Straw Zori Maker

Traditional craft artisan who handcrafts zori using Panama straw (natural grass material).

Hina Doll Maker

Artisans who create traditional hina dolls using materials such as wood, hariko, and fabric, handling everything from wood cutting to assembly, face coloring, and dressing in costumes.

Religious Robe Tailor

Religious robe tailors are specialists who take measurements, cut, sew, tailor, and repair kesa and clerical robes worn by monks and nuns.

Hat Sewing Machine Operator

Specialized profession that sews hat parts together with a sewing machine, shapes them, and finishes the product.